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The gradual erosion of the ultra vires doctrine in English company law

  • Chrispas Nyombi
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Abstract

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to discuss the doctrine of ultra vires and its development over time, which is claimed to be one of gradual erosion. Design/methodology/approach – This paper discusses the doctrine of ultra vires and its development overtime, which is claimed to be one of gradual erosion. Findings – It shows how the abolition of the objects clause has signalled the end of ultra vires. Today, it remains nothing more than a ghost, but one which continues to haunt management. Originality/value – It builds on existing research literature.

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Research Output:
Contribution to journal
Article
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Original language

English

Pages from-to (Number of pages)

Pages 347-362

Journal (Volume, Issue Number)

International Journal of Law and Management (Volume 56, Issue 5)

Publication milestones

  • Published - 02/09/2014

Publication status

Published - 02/09/2014

ISSN

1754-243X

Publication IDs

  • handle.net: 10547/579229
  • Scopus: 84914159311

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